Job Title: Learning Support Mentor (2 posts)
Location: Winstanley College, Billinge, Wigan, WN5 7XF
Salary: S5 £25,159 – S6 £25,558 (actual £21,901 - £22,248)
Contract Type: Full-time or Part-time / Fixed term until July 2026 / Term Time Only
Working Hours: Monday to Friday / 8.30 – 4.30 pm (45-minute unpaid lunch)
Start Date: ASAP
About Us
Winstanley College is a vibrant and inclusive sixth form College committed to providing outstanding education and support for our students aged 16 – 19. We pride ourselves on our strong sense of community, high achievement and dedication to helping every student reach their full potential.
The Role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and empathetic Learning Support Mentor to join our Learning Support team. The successful candidate will provide one to one and small group support to student with a range of additional learning needs, including specific learning difficulties, social/emotional needs, and disabilities.
This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of young people as they prepare for higher education, apprenticeships, or employment.
Key Responsibilities
• Provide tailored support to students with identified learning needs
• Assist students in developing effective study skills, organisation and time management
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to implement and review support plans
• Encourage independence, confident and resilience in students’ learning
• Maintain accurate records of support and contribute to progress reviews and reports
• Support the promotion of an inclusive and supportive learning environment across the College
About You
• A genuine passion for supporting young people to achieve their best
• Experience of working with learners who have additional needs (desirable but not essential)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A patient, understanding and adaptable approach
What We Offer
• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave entitlement and College-wide wellbeing initiatives
• Free parking / easy access to local public transport
• On-site Costa & Starbucks
How to Apply
Please complete the application form via the School Recruiter site, which can be found on our College website. Please note, we are unable to accept CVs.
If you require any further details on the role, please contact the HR department directly
Additional Information
This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all backgrounds